i'm back. sorry for the long hiatus. the girls were here for the week and i didn't really spend any time on the computer.
i have been dreading doing this post, but thought i should just get it over with. on monday (4/13/09), tully squeezed out of a tiny gap between the two fences in the back yard. once out, she attacked a little dog walking by. the dog will be fine, but it did require staples and vet care. although the details are sketchy since we weren't there, it appeared to be an unprovoked attack. so, we were quickly reminded that animals are animals, no matter how much we humanize them. as we watched our little 16-month old toddle around picking up blocks and gibbering away, we had to make a very sad decision to put tully down.
even though it was the right choice and we can't know what happened to tully in her life before we rescued her that might have set her off, the gross and overwhelming feelings of failure and loss and sadness still sit squarely in my gut.
luckily we had the girls here to support us and look after us. especially, clare who had to deal with all the tears and moping before and after. clare even went with to the vet to look after leeser. i couldn't even go along. (thank you, clare you were so instrumental and supportive).
so, it is with heartfelt compassion and sadness we say good-bye to a member of our family. hopefully, she has found peace and all of her doggie pals that went first: logan, blue, woof, etc. (who knew how hard it would be to lose a stupid dog??)
7 comments:
oh Toollii - we miss you terribly. Play well with the others in doggie heaven. we love you. Thanks Clare for being there and driving my blubbering sad sorry self home.
you made the right decision 100 percent - you had to protect your baby girl. but none the less, I completely understand the feelings you are going through. she was such a loving and sweet dog and it will be sad not seeing her next time I visit. I'm sorry for what you guys must be going through - and I'm sure Logan has a mad crush on her in doggie heaven (which I hope is the same place as people heaven).
It was the right decision i still believe 100%. Hardest time I have spent with our girls, gut wrenching and lots of tears. RIP Tully, you gorgeous yellow dog. xxx
Losing a good 4 legged pal is far more painful than we anticipate! I understand your feelings!!! I miss Guthrie every day when I walk in the front door. Thankfully, Tully is more than likely romping in puppy heaven with all the other pups that have gone before us and i'm certain you've got wonderful pictures to keep her memory alive. Hang in there and give Miles lots of extra loving!
I'm so sorry. My heart is hurting for your family.
thanks for all the thoughts and comments everyone!
Sorry to hear about Tululia Painty. Anna's mom told us. Anna tried to call and I think she sent an email, because we were in the middle of baby craziness, but my heart goes out to you. It is a hard thing to do. I went with both Blue and Woof and it was not fun. However, it is something you have to do. You gave her a wonderful life and she had far more love the time she was with you than before. You and Leeser are the best.
Love,
Dave, Anna, Bella, Joni and Blue from the great beyond.
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